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Langton Road pavements - how to report overgrown hedgerows
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayWe have received several enquiries about the hedgerows along the Langton Road from the 20mph Speldhurst village gateway, heading past Went F...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 21 Jul 21 -
Hedge cutting and overhanging foliage
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayWe came into a nice message on Monday morning: "If its your groundsman who has been out and about clearing footpaths, can you pa...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 20 Jul 21 -
Langton/Speldhurst Road closure UPDATE
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayAn update on Scottish Gas Network's current road closures on the Langton/Speldhurst Road and adjoining lanes. This is a reminder that SG...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 20 Jul 21 -
Road Closures from 19th July - gas network upgrades
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayBy now you will likely have seen the yellow Road Closed signs along Langton Road and Burnt House Lane, advertising Scottish Gas Network'...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 6 Jul 21 -
Road Closures from 19th July - gas network upgrades
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Speldhurst Parish CouncilScottish Gas Network (SGN) have emailed us about a series of road closures throughout July and August. Please read the information below and...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 6 Jul 21 -
Urgent Road Closure Updates
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Speldhurst Parish CouncilWe have been made aware of two road closures currently happening in the parish. It seems these were scheduled at the last minute, hence the ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 5 Jul 21 -
Speldhurst Parish Council Summer Newsletter
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayOur summer newsletter is out now! Read it here or pick up a hard copy in Speldhurst Community Shop, Groombridge Farm Shop or Langton's B...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 5 Jul 21 -
Rusthall Parish Council Job Vacancy
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Speldhurst Parish CouncilRusthall Parish Council has a vacancy for a Deputy Clerk. See more details here.
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 28 Jun 21 -
Committee and Working Group Meetings Update
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayIt was agreed at Full Council on 7th June to make our Amenities, Governance and Highways committees into working groups for a six month peri...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 24 Jun 21 -
Highways Update
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MaySpeedwatch With a Parish Councillor recording vehicles driving 20mph over the speed limit at a recent Speedwatch session, we know only too ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 24 Jun 21 -
Vacancy for a Parish Councillor at SPC
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Speldhurst Parish CouncilAre you interested in helping to improve and maintain quality of life in your community? If the answer is yes, you might like to hear more a...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 8 Jun 21 -
Be a #litterhero - Great British Spring Clean 21
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayAs part of Keep Britain Tidy’s Great British Spring Clean, Speldhurst Parish Council have pledged fifteen hours of litter picking in A...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 2 Jun 21 -
Road Closure Stockland Green Road - 9th June
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayWe have received the following road closure information from Kent County Council Highways department: This is to let you know that, as par...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 2 Jun 21 -
Electric Vehicle Charging Point Survey
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayTunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) are asking residents to complete a short survey which will be used to help plan the future provision ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 25 May 21 -
Changes at Speldhurst Parish Council
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayWe have a rule that Chairmen can only serve a maximum five-year term. So, at our May Full Council Meeting Neil Barrington-Johnson stepped do...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 19 May 21 -
CANCELLED Community Policing themed Annual Parish Meeting - 24th May
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayUnfortunately - and for a number of Covid and non-Covid related reasons - we have had to make a last minute to decision to cancel our Annual...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 18 May 21 -
Change of use planning application meeting with Martin Homes LTD - 27th April
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayThe Planning Committee will meet Martin Homes LTD on 27th April regarding their change of use application for Burrswood Estate, Groombridge....
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 23 Apr 21 -
Proposed Speed Limit Reduction - A264 and B2110
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayVisit the SPC homepage to see full details of the the proposed speed limit reduction from 50mph to 40 mph on Ashurst Road and Groombridge hi...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 21 Apr 21 -
Pre-submission of TWBC Local Plan
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Chris MayTunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) has published the pre-submission version of its local plan,and you can find more details below. Remem...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 6 Apr 21 -
Message from Highways Committee - why it's important to tell us if you've been in a road traffic accident
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayIf you or anyone you know is involved in a road traffic accident in Ashurst, Langton Green, Old Groombridge or Speldhurst, please Contact us...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 22 Mar 21 -
We are recruiting! Clerk to the Parish Council - deadline extended
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayApplications for the position of Clerk to the Parish Council will now be accepted until 9th April. If you would like an informal chat about ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 19 Mar 21 -
The Government's guide to easing lockdown
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayRead the Government's step by step guide to easing lockdown here.
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 15 Mar 21 -
Roadworks - A264 Langton Road from 15th March
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayWe've been informed by SGN that they will be re-starting work on the A264 Langton Road from Monday 15th March. Please read the details a...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 11 Mar 21 -
Road Close - Bird-in-Hand Street Groombridge
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayKCC have given notice that Bird-in-Hand Street, Groombridge, Tunbridge Wells will be closed to through traffic, on or after 3rd March 2021 f...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 3 Mar 21 -
Road closures and temporary speed limits in Speldhurst Parish
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayKCC have let us know that they will be carrying out carriageway patching and surface treatment on roads throughout Tunbridge Wells from 11th...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 1 Mar 21 -
Job Opportunity at Speldhurst Parish Council
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MaySpeldhurst Parish Council is looking to fill the part-time role of Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer (RFO). The position is based in t...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 24 Feb 21 -
Temporary Road Closure - Speldhurst Road
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayKCC have informed us that Speldhurst Road, Tunbridge Wells will be closed between A26 St John's Road and Charles Street from 26th Februa...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 24 Feb 21 -
Census 2021 - 21st March
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayTWBC have asked us to share details about Census 2021. This will happen on 21st March and the census website tells us your participation is ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 19 Feb 21 -
Unlicensed Waste Operators and Flytipping in Kent
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayKCC's #keepkentclean campaign has this advice for homeowners who might be unaware they are contributing to the flytipping problem in Ken...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 17 Feb 21 -
High Weald Star Stories
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MaySome half-term stargazing inspiration, courtesy of highweald.org: High Weald Star Stories: Orion the Hunter - YouTube People have looked ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 16 Feb 21 -
Recycling and Waste Collections - Update from TWBC
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayIf you have not had your waste and recycling bins collected so far this week, please read the update from TWBC below: Following f...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 9 Feb 21 -
Road Closure - Burnt House Lane
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayIn case you haven't seen already, Burnt House Lane has been closed since Thursday 28th January, and is likely to remain closed until the...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 1 Feb 21 -
Vaccination information for Tunbridge Wells residents
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayGreg Clark has updated his website with comprehensive information about the Coronavirus vaccination process in Tunbridge Wells. Find out mor...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 1 Feb 21 -
Speeding offences Langton Road
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayWe were pleased to hear that Kent Police recently issued 11 traffic offence reports (TOR's) to drivers speeding over 20mph near Speldhur...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 26 Jan 21 -
Teddy Mayor's Toy Appeal - a big thank you
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayPlease see accompanying photos from the recent Teddy Mayor Toy Appeal, which, thanks to the generosity of so many Tunbridge Wells borough re...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 22 Jan 21 -
Keep your dog under control - WARNING: this article contains a distressing image
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayThere have been a number of sheep injured or killed by dogs in recent weeks. Sheep have been killed at Poundsbridge (behind Penhurst Road an...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 19 Jan 21 -
Symptom-free Covid-19 testing - Tunbridge Wells Assembly Halls
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayIf you are symptom-free and want to book a Covid-19 test at the Tunbridge Wells Assembly Hall testing centre, you can do so via
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 13 Jan 21 -
SPC contact details and public meetings
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayHOW TO GET IN TOUCH WITH US While staff will combine home and office working for the next few months, it won’t be possible to drop i...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 4 Jan 21 -
Christmas wishes and opening hours
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayHere at SPC, we're looking forward to brighter days ahead in 2021. So to all in Speldhurst Parish, have a peaceful and safe Christmas an...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 24 Dec 20 -
2020 Annual Policing Survey - please complete
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayMatthew Scott, Kent’s Police and Crime Commissioner, has launched his 2020 Annual Policing Survey. This survey runs every year and giv...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 1 Dec 20 -
Support local businesses in December
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayHere at SPC we find it heartening to see so much support for local businesses from Speldhurst Parish residents, both out and about and on so...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 27 Nov 20 -
Covid Secure training for businesses
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MaySee details of free online training for businesses, which are available over the next few days.
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 25 Nov 20 -
Post Office Phishing Scam Alert
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayThe latest newsletter from KCC's Public Protection team includes important information about a phishing email currently doing the rounds...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 24 Nov 20 -
TWBC waste and recycling bins update
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayTWBC will be collecting waste and recycling bins from 6am over the next few weeks (full update below). So don't forget to have your bins...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 23 Nov 20 -
Teddy Mayor's Toy Appeal 2020
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayPlease support this year's Teddy Mayor's Toy Appeal if you can - read more details here.
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 16 Nov 20 -
Community Safety Newsletter
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayThe latest Tunbridge Wells Safety Community Unit newsletter is available to read now. For those of you in the Parish who have recently repor...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 13 Nov 20 -
Temporary Road Closure - Broad Lane, Fordcombe & Ashurst
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayKCC have advised us that they will close Broad Lane, Fordcombe and Ashurst on 16th November for up to 5 days. The alternative route is Broad...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 10 Nov 20 -
Langton Green Recreation Ground - play equipment update
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayFollowing the latest lockdown restrictions, the children's playground at LGRG remains open, together with the Gyrospiral and Zipwire on ...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 9 Nov 20 -
Call for Covid-19 Vaccine Volunteers
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayThe National Institute for Health Research have asked us to pass on the following request for Covid-19 vaccine Volunteers: Volunteer to hel...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 9 Nov 20 -
Free Workshops for Kent Businesses
Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells, KentArticle by: Mr Chris MayWe heard from the TWBC Economic Development Team today, about a series of FREE workshops for businesses run by Visit Kent Business.With an e...
Speldhurst Parish CouncilPosted: 4 Nov 20